Bantry Bay
Bantry Bay · Atlantic Coast, Ireland · Crassostrea gigas
West Cork's deep Atlantic bay delivers fierce brine and mineral intensity — Bantry Bay opens directly to the full force of the Atlantic, producing some of Ireland's sharpest, saltiest oysters.
Texturefirm
Finishmineral
Shellmedium, elongated
Atlantic-force brine needs no lemon. Serve plain.
Pair with
Chablis Grand CruChampagne BrutDry Irish Stout
Details
Cultivationrack-and-bag · 3–4 yearsAppearancemedium · elongated
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